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Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

220 E Franklin St
Sparta, WI 54656-1804
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Jennifer & Steve Dunn

(608) 366-1427
(888) 594-3822

 

Circa 1900. Escape to this Victorian treasure located in the Hidden Valleys of Southwestern Wisconsin. This area is considered to be the Bicycling Capital of America and the famous Elroy-Sparta state biking trail is nearby. Relax with a book and a homemade treat from the bottomless cookie jar. In the early evening, enjoy a wine and cheese reception. Guest bedrooms are elegant and spacious retreats. After a scrumptious full breakfast, adventures await. Explore Amish country, go hiking, experience Warren Cranfest, cranberry harvesting and an abundance of water and snow sports. This all-season inn offers year-round activities. Ask about Murder Mystery Weekends. Bike storage and shuttles are provided.

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Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast



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Rates

$115 to $129

Payment types accepted include Discover, Master Card, Personal Checks, Visa and Cash.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments

Events Hosted

  • Honeymoons
  • Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Murder Mystery Weekends
  • Girls Getaways

Available Food Service

  • Wine
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Room Service
  • Full Breakfast
  • Early Coffee/Tea

Other Activities

  • Water Sports
  • Tennis
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Skiing Downhill
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Parks
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hiking
  • Golf
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Bicycling
  • Beaches
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Wineries

Off-Site Spa Services Available

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(608)784-6441
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Innkeeper(s)

Jennifer & Steve Dunn

Rooms

This property has 4 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with fireplaces, 1 with whirlpool, 2 suites. The types of beds available include Queen and King.

Amenities In Room

  • CD Player
  • Clock Radio
  • Snack Bar
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Central Air
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bath Amenities
  • Refrigerator
  • Stereo
  • Bathrobes
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Reading Lamps
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • DVD
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Coffeemaker
  • Business Travelers Free High Speed Wireless Internet Is Available

Amenities On Site

  • Television
  • Phone
  • PC
  • Parlor Games
  • Library
  • Fireplace
  • DVD
  • High Speed Wireless Internet Available

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Television
  • Internet Access
  • Hair Dryer
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Gym Nearby
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Computer To Use If Needed

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Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

Map

Location: City/Urban, La Crosse and WI.


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Romantic Interest

Join us for a romantic stay in our friendly small-town atmosphere. Our rooms are cozy and comfortable and we will pamper you and do our best to make your stay special.

Historic Interest

History and the Queen Anne style of the home.

Historic Awards:

  • State Register (Granted)
  • City Historical Site (Granted)
  • National Historical Site (Granted)
  • National Register (Granted)
  • State Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • State Historical Society
  • Local Historical Society

Historic sites nearby:

Downtown Sparta

Other Awards:

We are very excited and delighted to inform you that we have been named "Best of the Midwest & Great Lakes" based upon the excellent reviews posted by our guests during the past year. The Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards are based on both qualitative and quantitative analysis of the reviews posted by guests 2010-2011, 2009-2010 & 2008-2009.

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Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:2-night stay required for all 3 day-weekends & Warrens Cranfest in September.
Children Restrictions:Over 12 years old
Cancellation:Cancellations: in the unlikely event that you must cancel, please call or email us to confirm. Regular policy: 7 (seven) days prior to arrival: Full refund. Thereafter, you will be issued a non-refundable gift certificate that you may use within one year. Our guests like this option. No shows, shorten your stay or check out early, please understand that we must ask you to take responsibility for your entire reservation.
Check in/out:3-7 pm flexiable / 11:00 am
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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Romantic B&B

Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Toni R
Cottage Grove, WI

The Franklin Victorian B&B is romantic, quiet, and has all the little touches. The soft, cuddly robes and slippers, chocolate candies, inviting bed with luxurious linens, warm fireplace and romantic games to play. The breakfast was spectacular and the presentation was wonderfully appetizing. Thank you for everything.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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InnSide Tip - Bike Trails
I would recommend riding the bike trails..taking a picnic lunch and water with you..stop along the way and enjoy. Be sure to bring a jacket with hood as tunnels are cool and wet and have a light on your bike the tunnels are dark. Have fun!
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Very relaxing

Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Shawn Hartzel
8/7/2009

Great BnB. It was so relaxing and quiet. We loved all of the extras - candy, beverages available at all times, robes, fireplace, games, movies, shuttle to bike trail, wonderful breakfast in the room...

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Lots of pampering!

Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 hearts
Karen Carnabucci (2 reviews)
Racine, WI
5/27/2009

Franklin B&B is a beautiful old house in Sparta, Wis., known as the “Biking Capital of Wisconsin.” This B&B offers so many amenities – spring water, coffee, tea, snacks, toiletries, board games, magazines, CD player and CDs – that we felt pampered and very well taken care of. Jennifer, the innkeeper, prepared special breakfasts with our food allergies and special diets in mind – for which we are grateful. Tourist information, including bike trail books and brochures, was plentiful and appreciated. The room was comfortable, quiet and spotless.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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This review is the subjective opinion of an iLoveInns.com user and not of iLoveInns.com or American Historic Inns, Inc.

Publicity and Press Reviews

"Best of the Midwest & Great Lakes", Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast Association’s Elite Roster.

Promotional Rates and Packages:

The No Plan Ladies' Getaway!
Book two consecutive nights, all four rooms, and have the place to yourselves! Catch up, laugh lots, have a pajama party…the weekend is yours to plan…even if that plan is not to have a plan! Each of the 4 rooms can accommodate up to two friends. Enjoy complimentary sparkling cider and snacks at 5pm each day while deciding where to go for a delicious dinner...the choices are endless! If you decide you would rather stay here and enjoy the porch instead, order up some pizza for delivery or pick up some take out. We'll supply the dishes, utensils, napkins, and glasses…also cookies and milk for that late night hunger! If you want to sleep in each morning, just tell the innkeeper and she'll make a later breakfast time. Basic cost for the “No Plan Ladies’ Getaway” is just $130 per lady for two consecutive nights. All 4 rooms must be booked for this package! See website for more details.
Valid from 01/07/2012 through 12/31/2012.
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Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are November-April, Sunday-Thursday

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